Decorating your bathroom on a budget

IF you dread walking into your dated bathroom and dream of a change, we have got a fresh list of bathroom decorating ideas that are inexpensive and simple to do.

The most important project you can do for a bathroom makeover is a lighting upgrade. A study found that lighting, paired with the right colour, affects mood. For more bathroom dos and don’ts, check out our guide.

DIY fresh bathroom paint

Improve your bathroom wall decor by painting your walls with the perfect colour. It is a quick and easy DIY decor idea that can immediately transform your bathroom.

Light colours will make a small bathroom look bigger. Dark or vibrant colours add a touch of drama to any size bathroom. It is no longer necessary to choose gloss paint in a bathroom to combat moisture. Ask the paint shop to mix in an additive to matte paint to keep it from getting mildewed. Do not stop with painting the walls — purchase an eggshell or semi-gloss paint and paint the cabinets, too!

Budget-friendly lighting

fixtures

Replacing outdated lighting fixtures can be a less expensive option for transforming your bathroom decor. There is a wide variety of affordable lighting fixtures available in stores. Remember, major electrical projects are best left to professionals. However, with some guidance, switching out lighting fixtures is an easy DIY bathroom project you can do in a day. Modern bathroom lighting includes hanging pendants and light bars that diffuse light in a room. Affordable bathroom wall art There is no need to stare at blank walls in your bathroom. Treated canvas prints are water-resistant and affordable.

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